During my years at China Entertainment

Chapter 198 "Inception" and stabilizing the harem

If "The Voice" made the music circle lively, then this news from the other side of the ocean made the entire film and television circle excited.

On August 8, Warner announced project news:

"The sci-fi suspense film "Inception", jointly invested by multiple parties from China and the United States, has been officially launched with a total investment of US$2.5 million. Director: Christopher Nolan, screenwriter: Wei Jin, and it has been confirmed that Leonardo DeCap will be the director Leo stars in the lead role.”

At the same time, China Film also issued an announcement:

"The Sino-US co-production "Inception", co-invested by Warner Bros. Pictures, Summit Entertainment, Sunward Media, Abbey Road, and China Film Group, will have an open casting call in China in early September. The role requirements are: female, aged 9-20 years old .”

These two pieces of news were like depth charges, instantly detonating the entire entertainment industry.

A US$2.5 million investment project. This is the most top-notch resource in Hollywood, right?

Director Nolan, whose previous film "The Dark Knight" has grossed over one billion U.S. dollars at the global box office, is a top Hollywood commercial director.

Starring Leon, a top Hollywood actor, and being paired with him will not increase your status too much.

Screenwriter Wei Jin, since his debut, all of the scripts he has written are high-quality, either box office explosions or winning numerous awards. His scripts are definitely high-quality projects.

A big production worth 2.5 million U.S. dollars, Nolan + Wei Jin + Leonardo, global distribution, these points combined, for female stars, it is simply a super poison with ultimate temptation, and there is no resistance at all.

The whole circle is in a sensation. Only those who are involved in the entertainment industry know how fierce the competition among actresses is. Faced with such an opportunity, no one is willing to miss it.

As a screenwriter and investor, Wei Jin is destined to be everyone's primary public relations target. As soon as the news came out, his phone calls never stopped.

They basically expressed the same idea, wanting to know the content of the script or the setting of the female character.

Several bosses from Huayi, Fiber Optic, Bernard, Yinghuang, Hairun, and Xingmei all called, and even Chengtian, who had a bad relationship, came to join in the fun.

Wei Jin could only evade it, saying that he would not participate in the audition, and there was no way to reveal the script. Later, he was so annoyed that he simply gave his phone to his assistant for safekeeping.

A large number of agencies and actors were unable to contact Wei Jin directly, so they could only wait silently for the next announcement from China Film Group and prepare to give it a go.

Zhang Ziyi inquired about information from Warner through her fiancé. In her eyes, she should be the closest to the producer. After all, her fiancé is the largest individual shareholder of Warner Group.

But the feedback is not that satisfactory. Time Warner Group is too big, with many internal hills, and the project leadership is in the hands of director Nolan. In addition, there is a layer between the group and Warner Bros. Pictures. Can't get my hands on it.

But Zhang Ziyi is confident, even in the audition. Looking at the country, in terms of strength and status, she ranks at least in the top five or even the top three. As long as it is fair and just, she believes that no one can compete with her.

Although she has appeared in many Hollywood movies, they are neither classics with great reputations nor commercial blockbusters that sell well at the box office. She has basically not made a name for herself in Hollywood.

But Leonardo is different. In Hollywood, he is the box office guarantee, which means that "Inception" is destined to be a box office hit. If she can participate this time, Zhang Ziyi believes that she will definitely achieve new success at the box office. breakthrough.
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"Xixi, can Wei and Jin take charge of this project?"

The temptation of "Inception" is too great. It is a 2.5 million U.S. dollar project. Even if the publicity and development costs are put aside, the single production cost is more than 1.5 million. It is an absolutely high-quality project.

What's more, Liu Xiaoli has always been full of yearning for Hollywood. She certainly hopes that her daughter can get a role.

"I don't know. He didn't tell me. It's hard for me to call and ask."

Liu Yifei has a relatively shallow face and has never asked Wei Jin about the project since they met. She feels that by getting along like this, men will not look down on her.

"What's wrong with this? That girl has already joined the group. Shouldn't this opportunity be given to you? Unless he doesn't have you in his heart at all."

"No, mom, brother Wei Jin must have made arrangements. I just need to listen to him."

Although Liu Yifei was a little sad about the previous "Super Body" incident, Wei Jin had never forgotten her if he had any good deeds over the years. She believed in this man in her heart.

"you"

Seeing her daughter's dissatisfaction, Liu Xiaoli was a little angry, thinking that Wei Jin would come over later and give him a good beating. Her daughter had been entrusted to him both physically and mentally. How could she be so irresponsible?
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"Yifei, happy birthday."

Wei Jin took out the first pendant that Bazaar Night took, came behind Liu Yifei, and put it on for her personally.

Liu Yifei was very happy to see Wei Jin's gift, but Liu Xiaoli's face didn't look very good. Didn't she always give scripts and songs in the past?

"Wei Jin, "Inception"."

"Mother."

Liu Yifei interrupted Liu Xiaoli. If you want to catch a man, you can't be utilitarian. Even if the project is missed, as long as there is a place in Wei Jin's heart, he will never lack resources.

"Auntie, Yifei, don't worry, there is still more."

Wei Jin took out the script from his bag and handed it to Liu Yifei. He was very satisfied with the little girl's performance just now.

Liu Yifei took the script and felt a little proud. It seemed that Sister Ruyi was right. If you don't fight for anything, men will love you.

"So, Xixi has already been decided? Then why do we need to hold an open audition?"

When Liu Xiaoli saw Wei Jin's actions, she couldn't understand why, but she was just a little confused. "It's basically decided, and it's just a formality to go. The main reason is that Nolan wants to see it in person again. As for the public audition, this is Director Han's intention. China Film Group gets the lion's share in Asia, and he wants to hype the movie in advance."

Later, Wei Jin informed the mother and daughter about the investment from several parties, which made Liu Xiaoli's heart palpitate.

She really didn't expect that Wei Jin could actually account for 25%, which was much higher than China Film and Leonardo. It seemed that Wei Jin's status in Hollywood was beyond her imagination.

"In the past few days, Yifei has to get familiar with the script, otherwise Nolan will not be able to pass the test and there will be some trouble."

Since we have said that the audition will be open, at least it should be open and fair on the surface, so that others have nothing to say, otherwise it will have side effects.

"Then when the time comes, will you be the one taking the lead in the audition?"

"No, I'm about to join the team. This time it's people from Summit Entertainment and Warner Bros. China Film Group Corporation is just cooperating."

"Super Body" has completed all preliminary preparations and will start filming in the next two days. Wei Jin will not have time to worry about auditions.

"Will there be any accidents?"

Liu Xiaoli was a little worried. Wei Jin was not here. If something happened, the character she got would be gone, and she would be crying without tears.

"Mom, you're overthinking it. Brother already said it, it's just a formality. Besides, I still have a script."

Liu Yifei has full confidence in Wei Jin. This man never does anything he is not sure of.

"Auntie, Yifei is right, don't worry, Summit Entertainment will let Yifei win the role."

Wei Jin's words caused huge waves in Liu Xiaoli's heart. Can he even intervene in the Hollywood upstart Summit Entertainment?

For a while, Liu Xiaoli felt that Wei Jin's romantic nature was normal. Many rich people she knew spent more money on having fun than Wei Jin. She just didn't know when this kid would settle down, but her daughter was still there. Being young, there is no need to worry too much.

"But the Yifei Studio matter needs to be slowed down a bit, otherwise it will be too obvious and Director Han's face will be tarnished."

Wei Jin is also a little annoyed with Han Sanping. He insists on holding a gross public audition. I have no chance of pretending to compete. How can the female stars pursue progress.

"This is all a trivial matter. Wei Jin, please stay here tonight. Auntie will prepare delicious food for you."

After her daughter's role was confirmed, Liu Xiaoli's attitude changed very smoothly. She was already planning to help her daughter make suggestions and tie Wei Jin down.

"By the way, one more thing, auntie, Yifei's nationality must be transferred back. This is a Sino-US co-production. Do you understand what I mean?"

Only by making "Inception" a Sino-US co-production can Wei Jin's interests be maximized, otherwise the benefits of the domestic market will be shared with China Film.

The three prerequisites for a co-production are: the investment ratio must be no less than one-third, the filming must be done in China, and Chinese actors must play the main roles.

There is currently no clear official statement on whether Chinese actors are considered Chinese actors, but Wei Jin does not want to leave any clues in this regard.

Moreover, switching back to nationality will be of great benefit to Liu Yifei. After all, her base is in China.

Although the nationality of an artist does not affect his popularity and earning money in China, as the national self-confidence grows in the future, foreign artists will not be as popular as local artists.

"Well, I understand. I will take care of this matter as soon as possible."

Although Liu Xiaoli hopes that her daughter can go to Hollywood to develop, she also knows that only with the protection and support of Wei Jin, her daughter's career will achieve better development.

What's more, with the wealth Liu Xiaoli has accumulated over the years, even if she has to transfer her citizenship again in the future, it will be very easy.
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"Brother, I miss you so much"

After some lingering, Liu Yifei expressed her longing for the man with a flushed face.

"I miss you too, Yifei. I have a lot of chores during this period and I haven't been able to take care of you. You won't blame me, right?"

This was the first time that Wei Jin spent the night at Liu Yifei's house, and Liu Xiaoli took the initiative to invite her. It seemed that she had basically passed this test. Coupled with the girl's determination, Wei Jin felt that the harem was already stable.

"Well, I don't blame you, but brother, you can't keep me waiting for so long in the future."

While talking, Liu Yifei's legs began to wrap around Wei Jin again. She had been alone in the empty room for almost a month.

"Yifei, if you do it yourself, you can have enough food and clothing."

Wei Jin rested his head on his hands and leaned comfortably against the head of the bed. The meaning of his words couldn't be more clear.

After rolling her eyes at the man, Liu Yifei began to slowly move downwards and began to do warm-up exercises for the man.

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